Your body is perfect! It is constantly giving you signals, but the question is “Are YOU listening”? You don't wake up one morning feeling lousy. Instead, you start noticing minor symptoms, often caused by silent inflammation, that you chalk up to getting older - and ignore....
Did you know the extra pounds you put on between Halloween and Christmas can take more than 5 months to lose? That’s according to research conducted by Cornell University. Why not try a different approach this year? Make a Resolution not to gain weight during the holidays,...
You know meal-prepping will save you time (and money), but you just can’t seem to find time to get it done. I completely understand. Here are my favorite tips for efficient meal-prepping so you don't have to stress about not having enough time. Prepare...
If your metabolism is healthy and running normally, it burns calories and keeps you feeling good. Exercise and plenty of sleep also help your metabolism function optimally. However, certain foods can slow down your metabolism and sabotage your efforts. Do you regularly eat these potential metabolism-busters? 1....
Some people can eat what they want without worry -- but for many others, certain foods can trigger reactions. Some of those reactions may be so mild that you don’t associate them with what you're eating, while others are more severe and could require medical...
Summer is in full swing -- the airports are packed with eager travelers off to their summer destinations and the interstates are more crowded than usual. Due to the crowds, you're probably at the airport several hours before take-off to allow adequate time for check-in....
Dining outside on a warm summer night is one of my favorite parts of the season -- from picnics at the park to big backyard barbecue gatherings. Many memories are made as we gather around a table to enjoy a meal alfresco. Unfortunately, much of what...
Which foods cause bloating? With so many contradictory claims, it’s hard to know what is healthy to eat and what to avoid. This confusion can lead you to give up and ask "why even try?!" Each one of us is unique. Even foods touted as healthy can...
You know that eating vegetables is essential for your health, but which type are best: fresh, frozen, or canned. And, what’s the difference? After all, aren’t they all vegetables? Here’s what you should know about each type. Canned Vegetables Canned vegetables tend to be more processed. These are...
Have you ever heard of Morning Pages? They were introduced by creativity guru Julian Cameron in her book, The Artists Way, back in 1992. I have found it’s a transformational practice. Morning Pages is simply putting your pen to paper first thing in the morning and...